Entering the palace’s banquet hall, Rowan’s stoic expression hardened as those openly whispered to each other, not veiling their disdain at the abandoned Prince. They believed their words did make it to his ears, but his senses were heightened even more than those of a regular werewolf. He was a hybrid, and so he could hear every single word spoken about him as though they were whispering the words in his ears.This did not falter his steps; instead, his strides remained easy, his composure cool. Rowan was used to others openly discussing him, yet it wasn’t only about him being the disgrace of the royal family—an open secret that didn’t remain hidden for long. Rowan was now a discussion for his viciousness and the ruthlessness of his pack, Bloody Claw. Beta Voss also had a reputation, but that didn’t stop him from charming women; in fact, he was sure it worked in his favour to those who liked a ‘bad boy’.Rowan waltzed through the crowd that began to widen a pathway for him toward his
Alicia refused to cry out or whimper in front of this man. The Alpha was cruel as he was disgusting. She woke up an hour ago in a drug-induced state to discover herself naked and lying on a bed, a stunning woman tending to her, ensuring she was clean. The room was dark except for some candelabras alight, casting the opulent room in a soft yet haunting glow.When Alicia asked the woman where she was, she cast her gaze down, remaining quiet as she backed away. It was then she noted the collar around her neck and the revealing sheer dress that barely covered her private parts. Alicia looked away immediately, allowing the woman to leave quickly. The turning of a lock indicated the room she was in was locked from the outside.She internally cursed herself for not jumping off the bed and rushing to the door where the woman had exited. Although her mind was foggy and her body felt heavy, Alicia wasn’t foolish enough not to realise her situation. The last thing she remembered was toasting Dar
Rowan’s smirk grew as he strode out of the room. He left the King and Queen sitting, looking utterly lost. He made his demands, and they readily accepted them, saving the royal family’s reputation. Natalia would try to enact some revenge for this. She was a prideful woman, always seeking more power, but he would be ready for it.Natalia has always had everything she could ever ask for, whereas Rowan knew what it was like to have nothing. They should be grateful that Rachel, the Omega who raised him, was sweet and had taught him affection; otherwise, he was sure he’d have been more of a monster.The door closed on their distraught faces. Rowan only took a few more steps before one of his pack members, a guard Voss ordered to send the dresses to Alicia earlier, greeted him.“Alpha.” The man stepped closer so nobody could hear his following words. “The dresses have been delivered, however, when I asked to see her in person, Beta Fred declined. I was told she was still sleeping in.”Rowan
“As the Moon Goddess as our witness, we bind these two together…” Alpha King went through the engagement ceremony, standing in front of Darci and Tom, who held each other’s hands as they stood under the moonlight cast from the skyline above.To anyone watching, they looked like young lovers wanting to get married, but only those within the family knew the truth. It was an arranged engagement and then marriage. Tom was clearly obsessed with Alicia, and Darci was obsessed with power.“A vow to be wedded within a year unless unforeseen circumstances break them apart.”Tom tuned out most of what his grandfather was saying and was barely sober and capable of paying attention to Darci in front of him. It was only the occasional pinch from her that forced him to focus. He was standing here in front of everyone going through with this engagement while his being lusted after Alicia.Even now when he stared at Darci he was thinking about Alicia and how things had seriously got messed up between
Rowan sighed in relief upon seeing his ethereal mate. Although he trusted his Gamma, seeing Alicia with his own eyes made him feel better. His gaze then flicked to the Alpha he wanted to rip to pieces for taking his girl and harming her.‘I am fine, Brutus.’ Rowan stilled to the feminine voice in his head, and his eyes widened as he heard his wolf respond.Rowan and Alicia’s eyes met, and realisation hit him. He never had an issue with his mate being wolfless or with the idea that she could very well be an elf, but this was a nice surprise; he could feel the bond growing stronger between them. So many questions surfaced in his mind, wondering more about his enchanting mate than has made everyone in this room entranced by her.On the other hand, Alicia was resisting the urge to shorten the distance between her and Rowan and kiss him, or more specifically, climb up his body and embrace him. Without Alpine, Alicia had been attracted to Rowan and felt strongly attached to him, especially
Everyone in the banquet hall was still shocked, forcing their jaws to grow lack and their mouths dropping open at the silver wolf now staring at Darci Meyer. White wolves were rare and superior to others in werewolf kind, but a SILVER wolf of fur that twinkled like starlight had only ever appeared once before. There were only tales about such a legendary wolf.They were so prominent that it was said the Moon Goddess blessed and sculpted the wolf herself.Yet, Alicia’s wolf did not have the tell-tale trait of a werewolf, the signature glowing red pupils. No, Alicia’s wolf had silver, luminous eyes. Much like in her human form, she was compelling and majestic, to the point where some were weak in the knees in the silver wolf’s presence, not from fear but almost worshipping her.Altogether, Alicia was a spectacular phenomenon. Everyone in the hall marvelled at her, and their whispers were positive once more. Now, some even mentioned that Alicia might be too good for Rowan, the once-aband
Alicia was curled into Rowan’s side in the back of the town car. His Gamma collected her bag and what little belongings she had from her parent's house while she put on some leggings and a hoody. She was lulled into a comfortable silence, breathing in Rowan and listening to the beat of his heart.Alpine was in her element, dozing off after shifting twice and expending a considerable amount of energy shortly after merging with Alicia. The gentle purr of the engine and the blur of passing dark trees lured Alicia into a peaceful rest, the pain in her back gradually subsiding as her wolf’s healing ability erased the lash marks.It wasn’t until Rowan’s tender voice calling her name and the touch of his hand brushing her hair aside from her forehead that Alicia became aware of her unintended nap. Blinking awake, Alicia discovered the car engine was silent, and only Rowan and herself remained in the vehicle. Beta Voss, the driver and Gamma Garnet were gone.Alicia looked outside the window,
This must be the one who wanted to meet her so much. She was like a motherly figure.The woman pulled back, beaming brightly at Alicia. She was smaller than Alicia, yet somehow, her embrace had felt like a bear wrapping around her and comforting her. The woman had soft brown eyes, laughter lines etched around her eyes, and when she looked at Rowan, they turned just as tender.“I’m Rowan’s mum, Rachel. It makes me so happy to finally meet his mate!” She said in a bubbly manner. “Now, let me get a good look at you.”“Mum!” Rowan stepped forward, but she held her hand up before assessing Alicia’s face and her body.Alicia felt a little under the spotlight, especially since everyone else was watching them. “Umhmph! We need to put some meat on these bones! From tomorrow, you will eat a hearty breakfast… I will hear no complaints!” She commanded, putting her hands on her hips.Alicia burst into a small giggle, relaxing further as she watched Rachel, Rowan’s adoptive mother. Compared to othe